Dr. Geoffroy's Conscience - Production & Contact Info (original) (raw)

Dr. Geoffroy is the superintendent of a medical home for the treatment of patients suffering from nervous disorders, and among the patients is a young man, who, although his parents take him away against the Doctor's advice, is not yet ...See moreDr. Geoffroy is the superintendent of a medical home for the treatment of patients suffering from nervous disorders, and among the patients is a young man, who, although his parents take him away against the Doctor's advice, is not yet restored to health. Shortly afterwards, the young man becomes acquainted with the Doctor's niece, a young and very pretty girl. Both are attracted by one another, and they become engaged; the former's parents being delighted at their son's choice. When the young girl informs her uncle, however, and shows him her fiancé's portrait, he recognizes the patient who was not cured. Immediately he goes to the young man's parents, but the father tells him that professional etiquette must prevent the Doctor's speaking. Uncertain how to act, he waits until the young couple are together, and then, by using mesmerism, produces in the young man one of his fits. As he falls under the attack, the Doctor tells the girl the sad story, and shows her how it was all for the best. Written by Moving Picture World synopsis See less